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- Stipiturus ruficeps
Identification
- 12-13 cms (including tail)
- 6.5-7.5 cms (excluding tail) - would be Australia's smallest bird, if not for the tail.
- The lightest Australian bird, weighing less than 5g.
- Male is deep violet/blue set against rufous
Distribution
Australia- From north-west coast through the interior of the continent to inland Queensland. Thought to be common.
Taxonomy
Single race.
Habitat
Found in spinifex buses, including on dunes, ranges and the plains.
Behaviour
Active early. Uses spinifex as a vantage point, before disappearing into cover. Makes short flights over the bushes.
